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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online education are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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